The festival
Founded in 2008, the Philadelphia Asian American Film Festival is run by the nonprofit Philadelphia Asian American Film Foundation. It presents its main program of features, documentaries and shorts each November, alongside year-round screening series.
Worth knowing
PAAFF has become a fixture of Philadelphia's arts calendar, showcasing dozens of films each year that center Asian and Pacific Islander voices. It combines its annual festival with community-focused programs throughout the year.
How to attend
Tickets and passes are available through the PAAFF website, with screenings at Philadelphia venues each November.
Official site →Dates and programs change year to year — check the official site for the current edition.